Does this mean LeBron is taking his talents away from South Beach? Or is he just playing hard to get?

LeBron James has informed the Miami Heat that he will exercise an early termination option in his contract and become a free agent next week, ESPN reports.

Richie Paul, James’ agent, told the team of his client’s decision, which came ahead of a deadline next Monday to decide whether or not to opt out of the last two years of his Miami contract.

The move does not necessarily mean that James will leave Miami, and could be a precursor to him signing a new deal as a free agent.

James, who was set to make $20 million next season, won his first career NBA titles with the Heat in 2012 and 2013. He also led Miami to the NBA Finals in 2011, when Dallas beat the Heat, and this year, when Miami lost to San Antonio.

BREAKING: LeBron James' agent informs Heat that he will exercise early termination option, making James free agent. (via @Chris_Broussard )

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